Australia Hanukkah terror attack suspect seen for first time in prison
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Naveed Akram, the 24-year-old accused of a Hanukkah terror attack in Sydney, Australia, appeared via video link from prison for a brief court hearing. He faces charges including committing a terrorist act, murder, attempted murder, and firearms offenses related to the December attack at Bondi Beach. During the hearing, a suppression order protecting victim names was extended, and Akram acknowledged the proceedings. His lawyer stated it was too early to indicate a plea, and his next court appearance is scheduled for April 8. The attack, which targeted a Jewish "Hanukkah by the Sea" celebration, is considered Australia's deadliest terror attack, and Prime Minister Albanese has described it as an ISIS-inspired atrocity. Akram's father was killed in a shootout with police at the scene.
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